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Defra should incentivise farmers more to tackle river pollution, report says
Farmers should be incentivised more to help reduce river pollution, according to a new report setting out priorities for restoring polluted fresh…
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Commonly sourced farm disinfectants suspended by Defra
Some commonly sourced farm disinfectants used for diseases such as bovine TB have been suspended by the government following a review. Changes have…
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Average farm incomes in Scotland rise to record highs
Average farm incomes in Scotland have risen to the highest levels on record, with agricultural activity alone being profitable for the average farm…
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Scottish beef farmers frustrated by lack of detail on calf scheme reform
The Scottish government has been urged to release more details on its reform of the suckler beef support scheme, as farmers raise frustration with…
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SRUC awarded £300,000 to support farming's net zero goals
Researchers at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) have been awarded nearly £300,000 to support goals in meeting net zero targets for land use and…
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New NI TB compensation proposals gains largest ever farmer feedback
Nearly 5,000 Northern Irish farmers have responded to a consultation proposing to cut the compensation rate for cattle removed under the bTB…
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Scottish agri-machinery firm in administration with 24 jobs lost
An Aberdeenshire agricultural machinery firm has gone into administration with 24 members of staff made redundant. As a result of cash flow issues…
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Royal Highland Show livestock and competition entries open
Livestock and competition entries for the Royal Highland Show have opened today, with organisers urging competitors to sign up now. Entries for…
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Farmers fear rising dog attacks this Easter as incidents surge
Livestock worth £2.4m were severely injured or killed by dogs last year, up nearly 30% compared to 2022, and farmers are fearing more attacks this…
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NFU Cymru seeks 'urgent meeting' with Wales' new First Minister
NFU Cymru has requested an 'urgent meeting' with Wales' new First Minister Vaughan Gething to discuss the 'very considerable challenges' facing…
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